Potential Permission Bypass in Android WindowManager Service
CVE-2026-58873

8.4HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android Xr
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 November 2026

What is CVE-2026-58873?

A vulnerability exists in the addDragDropListener method of WindowManagerService.java, allowing attackers to bypass permissions due to an inadequate check. This flaw enables a local user to escalate privileges without requiring additional execution rights or user interaction. This could potentially expose sensitive information or give unnecessary access to vital system resources.

Affected Version(s)

Android XR Android 14

References

https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/xr/2026...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.4
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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